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Chicago 2008 Calendar of Annual Events and Fests

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When Are Your Favorite Events Taking Place in 2008?

From the Taste of Chicago to the Air and Water Show, Chicago's annual events are a key part of what makes the city thrive and alive throughout the year.

Check out the dates of your favorites with this 2008 chronological listing of events.

Chicago Auto Show

Friday, February 8 to Sunday, February 17, 2008
It's the centennial celebration for this granddaddy of car shows and the largest in North America.

Great Chicago Places and Spaces Festival

Saturday and Sunday, May 17 and 18, 2008
This will be the tenth annual peek behind Chicago's urban landscape.

Chicago Gospel Music Festival

Friday, May 30 through Sunday, June 1, 2008
This is Chicago's annual celebration of the music of inspiration. It will take place in Millennium Park.

Chicago Blues Festival

Thursday, June 5 - Sunday, June 8, 2008
The largest free blues festival in the world takes place every year right here in sweet home Chicago.

Bike to Work Day Rally

Friday, June 13, 2008
Chicago's official pro-commute by bicycle day.

Taste of Chicago

Friday, June 27 through Sunday, July 6, 2008
Eat up Chicago at the 28th year of this popular event.

Chicago's Gay Pride Parade

Sunday, June 29, 2008
The flamboyant and fun pride celebration turns 39 this year. She hardly looks it.

Outdoor Film Festival

Tuesday nights, July 15 through August 26, 2008
This fest is just nine years old this year, but it's a smashing success. BYOPopcorn, blanket, and chair.

Venetian Night

Saturday, July 26, 2008
This will be Chicago's 51st lighted festival of boats and boating.

Lollapalooza 2008

Friday, August 1 through Sunday, August 3
The wildly popular music festival returns to Grant Park. Let's hope the weather is not so hot this year.

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